Ultimate 12-Day Uganda Tanzania And Zanzibar Itinerary
A 12-day Uganda, Tanzania, & Zanzibar trip blends gorilla trekking in Uganda’s jungles, thrilling wildlife safaris in Tanzania’s Serengeti & Ngorongoro Crater (Big Five!), and relaxing beach bliss in Zanzibar, with typical itineraries involving primate tracking, crater drives, and exploring Stone Town before unwinding on tropical sands, offering an intense mix of adventure and tropical escape.
Discover the beauty of Uganda, Tanzania and Zanzibar on these 12 days itinerary promising unforgettable journey through East Africa. You adventure commences from Uganda with a flight from Entebbe to Kisoro for exciting primate experiences of gorilla trekking in Bwindi impenetrable national and golden in Mgahinga national park. After you transfer back to Entebbe and connect to Tanzania in Kilimanjaro International airport where you will meet your guide to transfer you to the family’s Serengeti national park. You will enjoy full day game drives witnessing the great migration and the Big five. from Serengeti national park, travel to Ngorongoro crater for amazing wildlife encounters before heading back to Arusha. next flight takes you to Zanzibar Island for relaxation at the beach. Enjoy the sandy shores with turquoise blue waters of the Indian ocean with optional activities including spice tours, snorkelling, kayaking or boat rides. This trip blends thrilling wildlife adventures, cultural visits and beach relaxation making it perfect for nature lovers, wildlife lovers and explorers during a summer holiday. With smooth transfers, beautiful lodges crafted to ensure comfort and safety the 12 days Uganda, Tanzania and Zanzibar itinerary promises a memorable experience across East Africa.
A Detailed 12-Day Uganda Tanzania And Zanzibar Itinerary
Day 1: Pick up from hotel and fly to Kisoro
From Entebbe, you will be picked up from your hotel in Entebbe and transferred to the airport to catch your domestic flight to Kisoro, located in the southwestern part of the country. On arrival your guide will welcome you and transfer you to the lodge. Enjoy a peaceful evening as you prepare your self for gorilla trekking adventure the next day. Check in at your accommodation and relax for the evening enjoying the views of the Bwindi impenetrable national park.
Day 2: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After an early breakfast, drive to the park headquarters for a short briefing on gorilla trekking rules and what to expect. You will then begin your trek through the dense rainforest in search of mountain gorilla family assigned to you. The trek can take between two to 6hours of more depending on hour far the gorillas have moved. Once you find them, you will spend one unforgettable hour in their presence, observing their behaviour as they feed, play and rest. After one hour observing these majestic creatures, you will return to you lodge for hot lunch and relaxing. In the afternoon visit the batwa the local pygmies who lived within the forest with the gorillas and discover their unique culture. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3: Golden Monkey trekking in Mgahinga National Park
This morning, travel very early to mgahinga national park for golden monkey trekking, these endangered primates are active and very playful, making this experience exciting. After a briefing, hike through the bamboo forest to locate the golden monkeys. You will spend one hour with them before heading back. later in the afternoon, return to your lodge and enjoy the serene views of the Virunga volcanoes.
Day 4: Fly to Entebbe
After breakfast, transfer to Kisoro airstrip for your flight back to Entebbe. U [on arrival you will transfer to your hotel near the airport. You can take a short visit to Botanical gardens a haven for bird lovers of visit the Uganda wildlife Education centre in Entebbe. Spend the rest of the day preparing yourself to transfer to Tanzania to continue with your adventure through East Africa.
Day 5: Fly to Kilimanjaro and transfer to Serengeti National Park
Enjoy breakfast at your accommodation after which you will drive to Entebbe international airport where you will take your domestic flight to Kilimanjaro international airport. Your driver guide will be waiting for you to take you to your next destination Serengeti national park. During the transfer you will witness so many animals including lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes and wildebeests. Upon arrival check in at your accommodation.
Day 6: Full Day Game Drive in Serengeti National Park
Spend the whole day exploring the endless plains of Serengeti. Follow the herds of wildebeests and zebras as they migrate in search for water and fresh grass. Depending on the season, you might witness river crossing, predator hunts or large herds on the move. Enjoy a picnic in the wild and continue your game drive until sunset. Return to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 7: Ballon Safari and Transfer to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Wake up very early around 4am and prepare for your balloon experience. You will be picked up and head to the station where you will enjoy the balloon experience from 5am. Witness the yet again millions of wildebeests, zebras and gazelles. Explore different parts of the park from the above where you will view the park from the sky offering you nice photography of so many animals. After the balloon safari, you will meet your guide and transfer to Ngorongoro crater area. Upon arrival, you will check at your accommodation in Ngorongoro area where you will spend a night. Enjoy views of the surround while at your accommodation.
Day 8: Descend to the crater and transfer to Arusha
Wake up very early and descend into the Ngorongoro crater for a game drive. This UNESCO world heritage site is a home to a dense population of wildlife, including black rhinos, hippos, lions, buffalos and flamingos around the soda lake. You will have a picnic lunch near the caldera and after spotting so many animals after which you will ascend and transfer to Arusha check in at your accommodation.
Day 9: Fly to Zanzibar
After breakfast, transfer to Arusha or Kilimanjaro airport and fly to Zanzibar Island. On arrival you will your local guide who will transfer you to your beach resort or hotel. Spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing on the white sand beaches or swimming in the Indian ocean. Check in at your accommodation and enjoy the tropical atmosphere.
Day 10- 11: Explore Zanzibar and relaxation
Enjoy the next two day in Zanzibar with so many activities to choose from. You may relax on the beautiful beaches, visit the spice gardens or stone town, go for snorkelling in mnemba or catch a sunset dhow cruise. Zanzibar offers both history and adventure, so you can explore or just unwind at your resort during your stay.
Day 12: Departure from Zanzibar
Depending on your flight schedule and time, enjoy the morning on the island or transfer to Zanzibar airport for your flight that will connect with your flight back home. This marks the end of your u8nforgetable journey through Uganda, Tanzania and Zanzibar experience through East Africa’s most iconic destination that promises unforgeable wildlife, primates and beach encounters.
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